It definitely feels like a home! All the people and the owner are so lovely, and the shower/bathroom and kitchen facilities are exceptional compared to other hostels!

It’s very cramped in, not layed out like your normal hostel and if you’re like me and get claustrophobic it was a little claustrophobic; just my personal opinion! Bags kind of everywhere and beds scattered around :/

Location was central, price was good, common area was cozy, located in a nice old building.

Womens dorms made no sense, had to walk through one dorm to get to the second dorm room. Also to go to and from the washroom from the women's dorm rooms you had to walk through the entire common area which is not the most comfortable. Kitchen not always the cleanest

The staff is very friendly. All the other guests were also friendly and willing to strike a conversation. The location is central and you can visit the local attractions by foot. Overall it was a nice experience. :)

Some washrooms didn’t have washbasins and were very compact.

Very close to the centre. Staff was really accommodating, responds to chat messages promptly as well. And they have got plenty of bayh and toilet. So yeah!

Please put hooks on the toilets as there is nowhere we can put some stuff

Zen Hostel is run by an exceptional owner, staff, and volunteers who are friendly and helpful. The hostel is centrally-located, clean, and filled with all the amenities (good kitchen, clean bathroom, and stable internet). I visit Budapest quite frequently and have stayed at several hostels in the city. This was my fourth stay at Zen and I am already looking forward to my next visit. Thanks again.

The location is absolutely perfect, the staff is amazing, cheerful and super helpful, and the beds are comfortable. I really liked its relaxed, feel-good, and zen (as suggested by the name) atmosphere.

Unfortunately the kitchen wasn't too clean - but I guess that's mainly guests' fault...

We stayed at their Minerva property, excellent staff! You will get a great view of the city and the river from there. It's brand new furnished and everything was tidy neat & clean. It has a large kitchen, a common area, and a big balcony facing the city. A pleasant place to have your breakfast and spent some quality evening time away from the city noise!

The information is hidden where you will be staying, now they have several locations. During the booking, we were only shown the location by central market and later only during the check-in we had been given the option to choose somewhere else, we felt a bit cheated. Although, we were really happy to get the top floor room at Minerva location, but it might not be the same for everyone!

It has great location, clean and very friendly staff. I loved evening meeting in main room, it felt like home and atmosphere was great.

A lot of space, chairs, nice kitchen. I could sit with my laptop in common area in silence for an hour, and no one would disturb me. Free tea. Silence at night, no noisy roommates. I could really sleep. The curtains for each bed, so that we all had some privacy.

Reception was in a different building than my room. It's just 5 min away but with all the luggage may be a bit uncomfortable.

Zen Hostel hosts an unbeatable central location, steps from the Great Market Hall and close to major Budapest attractions like Gellért Thermal Baths and the Hungarian National Museum. It offers a peaceful, budget-friendly stay with friendly staff, free WiFi, and cozy shared spaces, including a kitchen and lounge, making it a great choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience on a budget.

Travelers with big bags should note there are no elevators, and while it’s only on the 2nd floor, carrying heavy luggage can be a bit uncomfortable.